Chocolate Stout Brownies with Sea Salt
Fudgy brownies infused with rich stout beer and finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt to balance the sweetness. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 45 minutes layers (113g) unsalted butter, bittersweet chocolate chips, granulated sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 9, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter
- 6 oz bittersweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup stout beer
- 1 tsp sea salt flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F and grease an 8-inch square baking pan. Melt 1/2 cup unsalted butter and 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate chips together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth and glossy.
- Step 2: Remove bowl from heat and whisk in 1 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar until well combined. Beat in 3 large eggs, one at a time, followed by 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Step 3: Sift together 3/4 cup all-purpose flour and 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, then fold into the wet ingredients. Stir in 1/4 cup stout beer until batter is uniform.
- Step 4: Pour batter into prepared pan, smooth the top, and sprinkle 1 teaspoon sea salt flakes evenly over the surface. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs but no wet batter. Cool completely before slicing.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Chocolate Stout Brownies with Sea Salt take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Chocolate Stout Brownies with Sea Salt?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Chocolate Stout Brownies with Sea Salt?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Chocolate Stout Brownies with Sea Salt for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 9 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 9). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Chocolate Stout Brownies with Sea Salt?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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